Ultimate Guide to Blue Seal Ice Cream

Okinawa's Must-Try Retro American Ice Cream: From Classic Flavors to Secret Menu Items --- ## 🍦 Brand Story - **Origin**: Established in 1948 for the U.S. military stationed in Okinawa, later localized to become an Okinawan icon - **Name Origin**: Derived from the "Blue Seal" label on U.S. military supplies - **Special Features**: Uses local Okinawan ingredients (purple sweet potato, brown sugar, awamori liquor, etc.) --- ## 📍 Recommended Locations ### 1. Kokusai Street Main Store (Naha City) - **Highlights**: ✔️ Exclusive flavor tastings (e.g., Okinawa Salt Lemon) ✔️ Retro American decor + neon sign photo ops - **Address**: 3-2-48 Makishi, Naha City - **Access**: 5-minute walk from Makishi Station on the monorail ### 2. American Village Sunset Beach Store - **Highlights**: ✔️ Ocean-view terrace seating ✔️ Special cone designs (e.g., bow-shaped cones) - **Best Time to Visit**: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM (enjoy the sunset while eating ice cream) ### 3. Airport Store (Naha Airport Domestic Terminal) - **Tips**: ✔️ Last chance to grab some before your flight ✔️ Purchase a cooler bag (¥200) to bring ice cream on board --- ## 🌟 Top 5 Must-Try Flavors | **Flavor** | **Features** | **Recommended Way to Enjoy** | |---------------------|---------------------------|------------------------------| | **Purple Sweet Potato** | Okinawan specialty, sweet but not overwhelming | Pair with a vanilla double scoop | | **Salt Chinsuko Cookie** | Sweet and salty with a crunchy texture | Single scoop + waffle cone | | **Awamori Tiramisu** | Adult-oriented, 1% alcohol content | Evening exclusive | | **Mango Passion Fruit** | Tropical fruit explosion | Try the shaved ice version | | **Sea Salt Brown Sugar** | Okinawan sea salt × Miyako Island brown sugar | Add condensed milk for extra indulgence | --- ## 💰 Price Guide - **Single Scoop**: ¥350-¥400 - **Waffle Cone**: +¥50 - **Special Cup** (e.g., rainbow design): ¥600 --- ## 📸 Photo Tips 1. **Color Pairing**: - Purple Sweet Potato + Blue Cone (Okinawa-themed colors) - Mango + Sunset Background (American Village Store) 2. **Creative Eating**: - Try the "Mini Triple Scoop Cup" (¥900) to sample multiple flavors at once - Upgrade to a charcoal cone for ¥100 --- ## ⚠️ Things to Note - **Melting Speed**: Okinawa's high temperatures mean you should eat it quickly (or request dry ice) - **Vegan Options**: Coconut milk-based ice cream (ask staff for availability) - **Payment Methods**: Some smaller stores only accept cash --- ## 🛍️ Merchandise - **Packaged Ice Cream**: Purple Sweet Potato/Brown Sugar flavors (¥1,200, stays cold for 2 hours) - **Original T-Shirts**: Retro logo designs (¥2,500) --- ### 🎯 Who It's For - **Dessert Lovers**: A new flavor every day without getting bored - **Families with Kids**: Mini-sized cups for children (¥200) - **Retro Enthusiasts**: Enjoy the vintage American decor **Summary**: Blue Seal is "Okinawa's flavor icon." Highly recommend the Purple Sweet Potato + Sea Salt Brown Sugar double scoop, paired with a sunset experience at American Village for maximum enjoyment! > 🍠 **Fun Fact**: The Purple Sweet Potato flavor uses over 100 tons of Okinawan-grown sweet potatoes annually!